Benjamin Franklin

Edwin S. Gaustad

Cover of Benjamin Franklin

Benjamin Franklin

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Inventing America

by Edwin S. Gaustad

Oxford Portraits

Reading Level 9-10 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 11+ Sweet Spot

The text is written at a 9th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Discover the incredible life of Benjamin Franklin, a brilliant inventor, printer, and founding father who helped shape America. Follow his journey from curious youth to influential statesman, filled with fascinating inventions and important moments in history. This captivating story brings Franklin's achievements to life for young readers eager to learn about one of the greatest American pioneers.

Themes

BiographyHistoryInventorsFounding FathersScience & Nature

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 9-10 book with gentle content intensity. It's a Sweet Spot read — challenging text with gentle themes, ideal for advanced or 2e readers. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 11+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
8
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

143 pages
30,967 words
3h 26m read-aloud
ISBN
019515732X
Pages
143
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Published
2004
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
30,967
Read-Aloud
~3h 26m
Text Density
Standard

Subjects

Franklin, Benjamin, 1706-1790StatesmenUnited StatesScientistsInventorsPrintersStatesmen, United StatesScientists, Biography

People

Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790)

Places

United States